Magical Moments New Year Platter (Printable Version)

A festive platter with savory bites, dips, and sweet treats perfect for New Year celebrations.

# What You'll Need:

→ Savory Bites

01 - 8 mini smoked salmon blinis
02 - 8 mini caprese skewers (cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, fresh basil)
03 - 8 prosciutto-wrapped asparagus spears
04 - 1 cup marinated olives
05 - 1 cup mixed gourmet nuts
06 - 12 mini gougères (cheese puffs)

→ Dips & Accompaniments

07 - 1 cup hummus
08 - 1 cup tzatziki
09 - Assorted crackers and breadsticks (about 7 oz)

→ Sweet Treats

10 - 12 chocolate-dipped strawberries
11 - 8 mini lemon tartlets
12 - 16 champagne-infused jelly cubes

→ Garnish

13 - Fresh herbs (parsley, dill, basil)
14 - Edible gold leaf or glitter (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Prepare all elements in advance. Warm the gougères and blinis just before assembling.
02 - Place dips in small bowls at opposite ends of a large platter. Fan out crackers and breadsticks around the bowls.
03 - Group smoked salmon blinis, caprese skewers, prosciutto-wrapped asparagus, olives, nuts, and gougères into distinct sections on the platter.
04 - Fill remaining spaces with chocolate-dipped strawberries, mini lemon tartlets, and champagne jelly cubes, arranging neatly.
05 - Garnish with fresh herbs and optionally add edible gold leaf or glitter for a festive touch.
06 - Serve immediately, inviting guests to help themselves.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A vibrant combination of savory and sweet elements celebrates the New Year with elegance.
  • Includes vegetarian options ensuring everyone at your gathering can indulge.
  • Easy to assemble after prepping components, making hosting stress-free.
  • Perfectly portioned to serve 8–10 guests, ideal for intimate or festive parties.
  • Offers a balance of textures and flavors with cheese puffs, fresh herbs, and champagne jelly cubes.
02 -
  • Warm gougères and blinis briefly in the oven for the best texture just before serving.
  • Use skewers or toothpicks for easy handling of caprese and prosciutto-wrapped asparagus bites.
  • Arrange components in color groups to create visual appeal and balance across the platter.
  • Keep dips chilled until serving to maintain freshness.
  • Apply edible gold leaf sparingly to avoid overpowering the natural beauty of the platter.
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